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We would like to respectfully acknowledge the Elders past and present of the
Wijabul Wiyabal people and other peoples of Bundjalung Nation. We
acknowledge that they are the first peoples of this land on which our school
stands.
Principal: Mr Ian Davies, Kadina Street, Goonellabah 2480 Ph: (02) 6624 3133 Facs: (02) 6625 2137
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Issue 3 Term 1
6th March 2015
KADINA KADINA
DDIARYIARY DDATESATES 9 March
P&C AGM -7pm in Library
10 March
Zone open boys/ girls Touch trials
11 March
6.30-8pm
Year 6 Orientation Evening
16 March
1pm Catch up school photos
17 March
Gardner Chess Competition
19 March
Zone open girls netball
Zone open boys/ girls Hockey
20 March
North Coast Open boys/ girls soccer trials
22 March
Zone table tennis
23 March
Year 12 Half Yearly exams commence
Robocup Workshop – Southern Cross University
On Friday 27th of February the year 7 Endeavour class plus 8 students from
years 8,9 and 10 visited the new Engineering Facility at Southern Cross
University to participate in a Robocup Workshop.
During the workshop, hosted by Lismore High School science teacher Mr Jim
McInerney, students were taught how to build a basic robot and then to
program their robots to perform certain tasks. Our students were
phenomenal in their ability to take in the information and subsequently put
it to use. Everyone is looking forward to participating in the Robocup
Challenge in June 2015.
Ms Jacobs
Year 7 2016 Information Night.
Kadina High School will be holding an information night for Year 7 2016 students and their families on Wednesday
11th March. The night will begin at 6:30 pm in the MPC with musical performances starting at approximately 6.15pm
and conclude with a tour of the school. The night should finish no later than 8:00 pm.
Attendance Policy Changes.
As you may have seen in the media recently, there have been some changes made to the Attendance Policy. Travel
or holidays taken by students outside of school holiday times will now be included as absences rather than
exemptions. Parents will be required to complete an Application for Extended Leave-Travel. This form can be
collected from our office. The policy states that where a Principal considers that the holiday is appropriate during
school term, the school will issue a Certificate of Extended Leave-Travel and record the absence as approved leave.
If the leave is considered inappropriate, the absence will be recorded as unjustified. In both cases, the absence will
be recorded and remain on the student’s record. Exemptions will still be granted for students involved in elite sport
or the entertainment industry. A flyer regarding the changes was attached to our last newsletter.
Late for school, leaving early or absent.
School starts at 8.30am every morning for years 11 and 12, and 9.10am for years 7-10. Please support your children
by encouraging them to arrive on time. All late arrivals, early leavers and absences must be supported by an
explanation note from a parent/guardian or the student will be marked as truant. Early leavers need to bring their
parents’ permission note first thing in the morning to allow time to process those leave passes. If for any reason, a
parent needs to pick up a child earlier from school, please call the school beforehand to give us enough time to call
the student. Regular attendance at school is essential to assist students to maximise their potential. Schools, in
partnership with parents, are responsible for promoting the regular attendance of students. It is the duty of the
parent of a child of compulsory school-age to cause the child to be enrolled at, and to attend, a government school
or a registered non-government school. Parents are required to explain the absences of their children from school
promptly and within seven school days to the school. An explanation for absence must be provided to the school
within 7 days of the first day of any period of absence. Parents can contact the school if they require more
information.
Please refer to the letter sent home last week to all families requesting update to student records and in particular
the section requesting your mobile number to receive absence notices. Kadina High School will be moving towards
electronic notifications of absence once this system is in effect. This information becomes vital.
Common childhood infectious diseases.
In particular when students start a new school year they may be susceptible to common infectious diseases, for
example- School sores, Conjunctivitis, Influenza etc. Attached to this newsletter is a NSW Government Health Fact-
sheet of common childhood infectious diseases. I ask that you make yourself familiar with this document so that if
your child does seem unwell you have an initial fact-sheet to refer to.
Ian Davies
Principal
A proud member of the Rivers P-12 learning Community and The Rivers Secondary College
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
FROM THE SPORTS DESK
Lismore Storm Basketball stadium was the venue for Northern Rivers Zone Trials and Knockout on Thursday 12th
February. Kadina High School was well represented with both boys and girls teams playing.
Congratulations to our girls team who made it through it through to the semi-finals. Whilst our side is very young,
with our oldest player being in year 10- we competed against larger schools and were unlucky not to progress
further. Our Wednesday morning sport trainings and goal setting for 2015 has paid off. Congratulations to the
following girls who demonstrated excellent team work, great sportsmanship and excellent direction for the under
15’s knockout in term 3.
Tywana Caldwell, Maddie Meufells-Pethers, Marlie-Lee King, Olivia Gellatly, Alisha Herington, Amelia Jones, Tuscany
Keyte, and Noelene Monsell. All except Tywana, are eligible for the under 15’s knockout in term 3. I look forward to
working with you in Sport time during term two.
Tywana Caldwell and Maddie Meufells-Pethers were selected as part of Northern Rivers Zone team and Marlie-Lee
King following a late call up went on to play at the North Coast Carnival. These students travelled to Coffs Harbour
with Tywana making it through as a North Coast representative. She will travel to Sydney in May as one of the
starting five.
Congratulations Kadina Girls basketball team, we are so proud of you!
Thanks, Mrs Laverty.
Leos planning day; students from Years 7-10 strategising for our fundraising and community service this year. At three levels: our school, our community, the world. We spent time celebrating all we have achieved in 2014, look-ing forward to 2015. Katie Watts, Leos Club Coordinator
LEOS PLANNING DAY
Succesful access to 2 Academic Databases
Mrs Vicki Fitzpatrick, Kadina's Teacher Librarian has been successful in accessing 2 Academic Databases for Kadina
High School. Thankyou and congratulations to Mrs Fitzpatricks.
1. RMIT Publishing; a 12 month gratis subscription to Informit Humanities and Social Sciences Collection. Quote
“We would like to congratulate Kadina High School for being the successful applicant to be part of the 2015 UQL
Cyberschool Outreach Program”
2. Echo Contemporary Issues; has also been provided free of charge for 12 months to our students for
researching current global issues.
Staff and Students can ask the Teacher Librarian for the usernames and passwords for accessing these databases.
Last Wednesday, Mr Sassi and Ms Johnstone were
privileged to take 40 students to watch a matinee
performance of Wicked at QPAC. The excursion was to
supplement studies in Music, Drama, Entertainment
and Textiles. There was something for everyone with
brilliant music, acting, costumes and staging.
Some student comments follow:
“On Wednesday 25th February, 40 students from Years
8 to 12 had the opportunity to go and see Wicked, a
stage production describing the story of the Witches of
Oz. All of the people watching were transfixed by the
amazing performance and came out of the theatre
raving at how impressive it was. We would like to thank
Ms J and Mr Sassi for providing this opportunity for us,
and of course the cast of “Wicked” who made our day
so special”. Beatrice Hogan (Year 10)
“Amazing in every way. Would watch it again. Can’t
wait to see another one.” Laetitia Binetruy (Year 10)
“Such an amazing experience. The songs were
breathtaking and I would recommend it to anyone”.
Hannah Oliver (Year 10)
“Wicked was fun and the performance was amazing.”
Asher Cooper (Year 12)
“It was a pretty wicked performance.” Jacqui Payne
(Year 12)
WICKED The MusicalWICKED The MusicalWICKED The Musical
UNIFORM POOL
If you have outgrown school uniform tops
and jumpers, the school can take them off
your hands to place in the school uniform
pool. Just drop them off at the school
canteen.Your support is appreciated!
SICKNESS PROCEDURE
If a student becomes sick at school they should:
1. First inform their teacher or any teacher if in the playground.
2. If directed to, the student should then
report to the main office with a note.
3. If the student is unable to immediately
return to class it is policy that parents are contacted by the school and asked, to
pick up their child.
For more Information and regular
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BASEBALL 2015 SIGN ON: 6-19yrs 4-5.30pm Albert Park Lismore. Lismore Workers- 3,10,17,24 & 31 March
0414226497. Marist Brothers– 3,10,17,24 &31 March 0438417344. Norths Bears 4,11,18 & 25 March 0458122445.
Easts Redbirds 5,12,19,26 March 0431021085
LISMORE GIRL GUIDES: Would you like to get involved in your community and help girls develop skills for life?
Lismore Guide District is looking for women 18 years and over interested in leadership. You will be supported in
becoming a Leader of Guides: training, mentoring, resources and friendship. Challenge yourself as you enable girls
and young women grow into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members. Call Jacki Scutt on
0427728269; please leave a message if unanswered Or email [email protected] OR www.girlguides-
nswact.org.au
LISMORE SWANS JUNIOR AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL CLUB: Boys & girls players wanted; Auskick, U8, U10, U12,
U14 & U16. Training to commence 25/2, Mortimer Oval at 4pm. Contact Ian Salked 0266 241393, 0418664481, email
2015 NATIONAL NAIDOC POSTER COMPETITION: Open now to indigenous artists—closes 27/3/15. The winning
artwork will be used to create the 2015 National Naidoc Poster to promote NAIDOC WEEK 2015 across the country.
The winning entry also attracts a $5000 cash prize. This years theme We all stand on Sacred Ground: Learn,
Respect and Celebrate. Enter via www.naidoc.org.au
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